Since its founding in 1860, Bard College has maintained a firm commitment to the liberal arts and sciences education along with a readiness to innovate that has enhanced the undergraduate experience with compatible intellectual and artistic ventures at its Hudson Valley campus and at affiliated institutions around the world. Bard seeks to provide a challenging academic program; a supportive environment that fosters a collaborative interchange of ideas in the classroom, studio, and laboratory, as well as the ambition to achieve excellence; and access to world-class scholarship and research.

Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics, 2009-2010.

Institution Type

4-year, Private not-for-profit

Special Learning Opportunities

Study abroad

Student Services

Academic/career counseling service

Employment services for students

Placement services for completers

Credit Accepted

Dual credit

The acceptance of credits for work experience or military experience are subject to review by the school and cannot be guaranteed.Advanced placement (AP) credits

Religious Affiliation

Not applicable

Federal Aid

Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).